“You have a Govt that is big on action” – PM Phillips ...says

Guyana will continue to see large-scale development, on a steady trajectory to prosperity, under the stewardship of a Government committed to “more action, and less talk”.

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips made this statement on Sunday at Babu Jaan, Corentyne, Berbice, at a ceremony held in observance of the late former President, Dr Cheddi Jagan’s 26th death anniversary and 105th birth anniversary.

“Throughout his career, he was committed to building a Guyana based on equality, regardless of race, religion, and regardless of whichever part of Guyana you come from. He was committed to improving the lives of all Guyanese, especially the working people,” PM

Phillips said.

He highlighted the multi-ethnic composition of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), serving as a testament to the diversity and inclusivity that characterises the party, as people from all walks of life come together to work towards the common good.

PM Phillips assured those in attendance that this PPP/C Government will continue to leave a legacy of stewardship built on the principles of integrity, unity, equality and democracy, following in the footsteps of Dr Jagan.

“We are following the principles of comrade Cheddi because he believed that democracy was important for the development of Guyana,” he said.

Former President, Dr

Day 6: Maa Katyayani

Maa Katyayani is the demon slayer who slayed the demon Mahishashura. She was born through the energy rays which formed after all the Gods manifested their anger against demon Mahishashura, who she then beheaded with her sword. Maa Katyayani is the warrior form of Maa Durga and can slay everything that is bad and evil. She is depicted with four hands two holding a sword and a lotus while the third is in Abhay mudra as she blesses devotees with the fourth.

Mantra:

Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah II

Katyayani Shubham Dadyad

Devi Danavaghatini II

Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Ma

Katyayani Rupena Samsthita I

Cheddi Jagan served as a pillar of change, dedicated to the principles of democracy and human rights. Phillips identified Dr Jagan and his wife, Janet Jagan as champions of autonomy, adding that the pair paved the way for the kind of large-scale de- velopment Guyana enjoys today.

“He would be proud of the socioeconomic policies and interventions of our Government, led by Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. We are a Government that, in the face of a pandemic, brought

Norton disowns "close relative" who joined PPP

Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton is facing backlash after he disowned a man who claimed to be a relative and who has joined the People’s Progressive Party/ Civic (PPP/C).

The issue arose when PPP/C General Secretary Bharrat Jagdeo was delivering remarks at the 105th birth anniversary commemoration of party founder Dr Cheddi Jagan, hosted by the party at Babu Jaan, Region Six (East BerbiceCorentyne) on Sunday where his life and work were celebrated.

During his remarks, Jagdeo mentioned that among the thousands of attendees was a relative of Norton, the Leader of the PNC-led A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) Opposition.

“I'm so pleased to see you here Mr [Keith] Ferrier, who’s related to Mr Norton too. But he is here and he has seen the light in the People's Progressive Party,” Jagdeo said.

At the time, Ferrier stood up amongst the massive gathering to confirm his presence.

However, sometime after the event ended, Norton issued a statement on Sunday in which he attempted to distance himself from Ferrier.

But while Ferrier was relief to all the people of Guyana.”

The Prime Minister assured that the PPP/C Government will continue to implement policies aimed at improving the lives and livelihood of all Guyanese across all sectors.

“This is a Government that has been using the resources, especially from the oil and gas industry, to bring accelerated development to all the people of Guyana,” the PM added.

Dr Cheddi Jagan, born in 1918 in Port Mourant, Berbice, was the son of Indian immigrants who came to the colony to work on the sugar plantation. Despite his challenging up- bringing, Dr Jagan excelled both academically and socially and went on to become qualified as a dentist in the United States.

However, guided by a strong sense of patriotism, instead of pursuing a career in dentistry, Dr Jagan returned to Guyana in 1943, where he spearheaded the country’s campaign for independence from the British. He also advocated for increased powers for trade unions at a time when powerful foreign entities dominated the then British Guiana’s economy. His legacy has left a blueprint for the continued fight for social justice, a symbol of hope for the oppressed and marginalised.

The root causes...

Not to be undone, the typical useless political teachers’ union stepped in pontificating their empty rhetoric. Of course, I am sure under legal tutelage, both parties opted for an amicable solution, failing which both parties would have been charged with disorderly conduct, the teacher bearing the brunt of the blame. In a court of law, the teacher would have been harshly dealt with for arming herself with a dangerous weapon. The law would take it that the other parties were not armed, so there was no need for the teacher to do so. In the eyes of the law, the teacher should have acted responsibly and called in law enforcement if she felt threatened, not taken the law into her own hands. I must hasten to a close here, but suffice it to say if those plans highlighted earlier are not taken into serious consideration, I shudder to think of what lies ahead in the future, God forbid more of these things would take place. So, I hope that the Ministry of Education through its Minister, makes the necessary steps to effectively change the way we conduct ourselves in the education system.

Respectfully,

Neil Adams

described as merely a relative of Norton, the Opposition Leader parsed his statement narrowly to state that “The man [Jagdeo] referred to is not my brother… Keith Ferrier is neither my mother’s or my father’s child.”

It was subsequently brought to light, however, that Norton and Ferrier were apparently brought up together.

A screenshot of a message sent by Ferrier, which contained a childhood photo of the two men, circulated on social media.

In the message, Ferrier explained that the “old family picture” is of himself and his siblings with Norton also in the photo.

Ferrier said his mother “mine (took care of) that guy” in reference to Norton. He also went on to say “…I know that Aubrey Norton is all about Aubrey Norton. He does not have this nation interest at heart…”